By Staff Reporter
The Dubai Press Club has confirmed that the 2026 Arab Media Summit will take place from 31 March to 2 April under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The announcement follows the successful conclusion of the 2025 edition, which drew over 8,000 participants from 26 countries. The summit introduced new platforms including the Film and Gaming Forum and launched the Arab Media Outlook – Future Vision report, both aimed at addressing the evolving media landscape.
Her Excellency Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairperson of the Dubai Media Council and President of the Dubai Press Club, said preparations for the 2026 edition are well underway. The Organising Committee is reviewing key outcomes from 2025 and engaging with media stakeholders to shape the upcoming agenda.
Al Marri highlighted the summit’s ongoing role in shaping dialogue around the future of Arab media, with a focus on innovation, youth empowerment, and regional collaboration.
Maryam Al Mulla, Acting Director of the Dubai Press Club, said the 2026 summit will build on a legacy that began in 2001, reaffirming Dubai’s position as a regional hub for media leadership and development.
The Arab Media Summit encompasses several key events, including the Arab Media Forum, Arab Youth Media Forum, Arab Media Award, and the Arab Social Media Influencers Summit and Award.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
S
